I don't have a lot to show for my time this week, but I have read a really spooky, good book. The Corset by Laura Purcell. I bought this in London, and don't think it is available yet in the US. If you haven't read her previous book, The Silent Companions, that is another really […]
Every year or so, I get the urge to knit something. My knitting skills are basic, at best, but I love to crank out a scarf or two every now and then. I am someone who would really benefit from taking a knitting class, or joining an informal knitting group. I can knit and purl […]
I'm proud to say I applied myself to the task and completed the bindings on four quilts over the weekend. Three of them were table runners, but they are done and I am enjoying them as part of the Fall decor. That's my dining table above. The runner is my own creation. Inspired by a […]
Well, I have somehow nodded off and woken up to ten quilts needing bindings. How did that even happen? This one has been sitting on the back of the couch in the library for a month, waiting for me to hand sew it down. Five more unbound quilts are lined up on the upstairs railing. […]
I thought it was high time I got out my fall decorations. I spent a couple of hours this week going through my things and putting out some favorites. I think I typically over do it, and this year is no exception. I just can't seem to edit myself. That is my mantle, above. I […]
We had the sweetest young woman house sit and care for Ozzie for us while we were away. Her passion is gardening, and she always leaves us with loads of fabulous vegetables she has grown herself. This time she left these gorgeous eggplants, some amazing peppers and the best cherry tomatoes I've ever had. She […]
I may not have done any sewing in September, but I sure did dream about future projects. While scrolling on Instagram one day while on vacation, I saw a gorgeous Fall/Halloween quilt with the hashtag #pumpkinmazequilt. If you enjoy Instagram, check out that hashtag, you may like the quilts shown in the results too. I […]
We will head for home on Sunday, so I thought I’d share a few last Dublin moments. That would be Molly Malone there with her cockles and mussels. People rub her bosoms for good luck, that’s why they are all shiny. I keep telling you these folks love their beer. Not sure if these kegs […]
Several people have mentioned to me that they were intrigued by the stone fences in Ireland. There sure are a lot of them. The ground is clearly full of an over abundance of rocks that were put to good use dividing up areas of land that various families worked. The house on the section of […]
This weekend we drove out to Clonegal in County Carlow and visited Huntington Castle. As Irish castles go, I have seen more impressive. There is no large National Trust behind this estate paying the bills. The descendants of the original family who have owned the castle for hundreds of years still live in it and […]
About Me
Hello, I’m Nicole, an enthusiastic quilter and fabric lover. This blog is mainly about my quilting journey, but I share some of my other interests as well, which include reading, cooking, decorating, lifestyle, and my family. When I am not quilting, I am reading, and will share monthly book reviews in this space. I love to hear back from my followers and enjoy getting to know you.
